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Lead in Curry Powder A Problem!
Food Policy,Food Safety,Our Blog | October 26, 2018
Sirob Imports, Incorporated is recalling some of their curry powder after testing showed that it might contain elevated levels of lead, the FDA announced Wednesday. Brands distributed by the Lindenhurst, NY business that are affected by the recall include Corrado,… read more
Of Pesticides, Produce and PLU Codes
Food Policy,Food Safety | October 3, 2018
How many of us have taken our chances with something? Does it extend to your purchases of food? I would have to say most likely not. We check expiration dates, sell by dates; we visually examine food for signs of… read more
Restaurant Food Fraud: When It Says Organic, But the Product Says Otherwise
Food Policy,Food Safety | September 27, 2018
Organic foods have seen a rise in the past several years and have become a big business with homes across America using more and more organic foods in their daily lives. A whopping 82% of families consume $45 billion in… read more
The Second Battle of the Bulge: Food Addiction Fast Foods Edition
Food Policy,Food Safety | September 3, 2018
I believe that with few exceptions, most of us would look at the picture above and exclaim “Oh that looks soooooo good”! It’s almost a knee-jerk reaction due to years of conditioned responses delivered by countless and relentless media messages…. read more
Food Policy,Food Safety | August 30, 2018
The Trump administration has proposed a reorganization of the federal government that would dramatically change the way that food safety is handled. The plan seeks to consolidate the various agencies that regulate food in the United States so that their… read more
Food Policy,Food Safety | August 2, 2018
After months of public input and deliberation, the USDA has released their proposal for labels on genetically modified foods. The proposed guidelines are open for public comment until July 3rd, and would go into effect in 2020. What is on… read more
Get Some Culture: A Guide to Culture Independent Diagnostic Tests vs Benefits of Culture
Food Policy,Outbreaks & Recalls,Science | July 29, 2018
Doctors and Epidemiologists share some common goals, but sometimes their perspectives diverge. Doctors and Epidemiologist alike want to identify what is making patients sick so that they can receive the appropriate treatment. Each would also like this answer as soon… read more
History Made – FDA Demands Recall Due to Salmonella
Food Policy,Food Safety,Salmonella | July 29, 2018
Food recalls have become a common trend that occurs throughout the year. They can cause massive hysteria and send consumers into a state of panic. Consumers expect a product they’ve purchased to be safe but oftentimes a product that has… read more
FDA and FSMA: An Update on Food Safety Procedures
Food Policy,Food Safety | July 28, 2018
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plays an integral, comprehensive, and critical role in ensuring food safety at various and interchanging levels. Its regulations are the guidelines to which every state adheres and adapts to their own standards of operation… read more
Blockchain and Food Safety – Are the Two Really Related?
Food Policy,Food Safety | July 28, 2018
Let’s talk blockchain. Wait a minute, don’t leave. I’m not talking about Bitcoin or Cryptocurrency. I’m here to talk about blockchain and our food system. It’s not as scary as you think. Actually, once we understand the basics, we will… read more